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    Wanted - 1978 XS650E Tank Badge

    My project needs a right side tank badge, preferably ratty to match the rest of the bike. Like this...pic from an old ad, it saves me some effort. Thanks Matt in Everett, WA
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    Rear Drum Arm Directional?

    I've exhausted my quota of stoopit questions so I had to figure out this one by myself. Replaced rear wheel bearings (and swingarm bushings), while I was in there I disassembled the brake hub to lube the pivot shaft and cam. Upon reassembly the axle slipped through the bearings easily but...
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    All Balls Rear Kit Fail

    Sorry if this is an old issue but the search function here doesn't work well for me. I bought the All Balls 25-1357 rear wheel bearing kit and the ID of the big bearing is too big, small side ID is fine and both ODs are good. Is a '78 E different from a Special? Fitment list says they're...
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    Exhaust Rusted Tight

    They all do that...I know. So I've got this '78 Standard with a pretty decent (considering the rest of the bike) exhaust that I'd like to use again but every joint is stuck. If I could get it off the bike I could get some room to "work" the joints but she won't clear. I *could* try to remove...
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    Oil Filter Pics For the Experts

    New to me 18K mile '78 Unspecial. Completely unknown history, long road of small expenses before I'm ready to kick it over in anger. Here's my filters: I assume the sump filter needs to be replaced with the newer style. I ran a magnet through the oil drain pan and it's clean...
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    '78 Standard Rescue (hopefully)

    Obligatory first post :HI I look at Craigslist too much :banghead: I've gotten some really good deals over the years but this one has the potential to be one of the best. Here it is: Rough but complete and titled. $250. I plan on keeping it stock with the patina while I see if it's a...
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